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Wisconsin’s 7 Weirdest Towns & Why They’re Called That
Wisconsin has some weird town names. Some are long and French. Others are short, yet strange. Many are simply hard to say.
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What’s the Difference Between HIV and AIDS—And Other Details You Don’t Know About the Transmissible Viruses
December is HIV/AIDS Awareness Month and we’re destigmatizing the still-deadly disease.
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8 Spots with Great Outlet Shopping in Wisconsin
We compiled a list of Wisconsin’s best spots for outlet shopping– from large malls to small independent stores.
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The Hottest Holiday Toys & Where to Find Them Locally
Getting your hands on this year’s most popular toys isn’t always easy. Avoid eBay’s high resale prices by hitting these Wisconsin retailers.
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The Story Behind: Wisconsin’s State Pastry, the Kringle
The large, flaky, oval-shaped pastry with a variety of fillings was first brought to Racine by Denmark immigrants in the 1800s and officially became Wisconsin’s State Pastry in 2013. Today, the prized treasure of break rooms and brunch spreads is still made by hand at Racine’s oldest bakery.
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10 Wisconsin Colleges Rank Among the Top Half in America
The Badger State’s top school came in at #52 on Niche’s 2023 list.
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Save This Number in Your Phone. You Don’t Know When You Might Need It.
During the pandemic, domestic violence rates skyrocketed in Wisconsin. But good news quickly followed the bad, and one county launched a free, local 24/7 text line for people living in abusive situations.
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12 Wisconsin Ornaments to Hang on Your Tree This Year
The holidays are a great time to showcase your home state pride. Here are 12 ornaments that celebrate Wisconsin.
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Small Business Spotlight: Rooted MKE Bookstore
‘Representation is vital because if you never see someone who looks like you, your own imagination can’t fathom the possibilities of who you can become.’
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The 8 Biggest Snowstorms in Wisconsin History
Love it or hate it, snowstorms are an unavoidable part of Wisconsin life. Longtime residents know massive blizzards and heavy snow aren’t confined to the winter months; flakes routinely fly as early as October, and as late as May.
